Hinduism Architecture Hinduism is a predominant religion of the Indian subcontinent. It begins simply by differentiating between matter and spirit and the theology of the religion is based upon three main truths‚ God‚ Matter and Soul (Richard Blurton‚ 1992). It is also a conglomeration of intellectual and philosophical points of view‚ rather than inelastic common sets of beliefs. Hinduism believes in the real self which is called the “atma” is distinct from the temporary body made of matter or “Prakrit”
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Mughal architecture Mughal architecture‚ an amalgam of Islamic‚ Persian‚ Turkish and Indian architecture‚ is the distinctive style developed by the Mughals in the 16th‚ 17th and 18th centuries in what is now India‚ Pakistan‚ Bangladesh and Afghanistan. It is symmetrical and decorative in style. The Mughal dynasty was established after the victory of Babur at Panipat in 1526 (the Battle of Panipat) . During his five-year reign‚ Babur took considerable interest in erecting buildings‚ though few have
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The Evolution of Architecture due to several analyzed themes (Gothic architecture and Modern architecture) Abstract This paper contains a comparative analysis of the evolution of architecture in relation to Gothic revival and Modern Architecture. In this comparative analysis the similarities and differences of each style are highlighted and discussed. It further discusses and illustrates the elements which are unique to each style. The buildings which are the subject of this analysis includes:
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American Expansionism The beginnings of the early 1800’s‚ the United States was starting to notice potential in growth and expansion. They saw opportunities in Latin America‚ as there were only small Spanish colonies. In addition‚ Latin America was yet to gain any independence which made them very vulnerable and up for grabs for the U.S. expansion. One problem was at this time U.S. was trying their best to stay out of foreign conflicts and not stay out of foreign alliances. Which they would most
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GOTHIC ARCHITECTURE Basilica churchearly Christian churchRomanesquegothic - Religion grew more population - complete opposite of classical architecture - called "barbaric"; gothic age is considered one of Europe’s outstanding artistic eras Features of gothic architecture: 1. Plans- arranged for convenience rather than for symmetry (utilitarian) 2. Walls- rubble masonry not laid in horizontal courses -materials were in small pieces -walls were no longer load-bearing which contributed
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Enterprise Architecture Article – 10 By: George Brundage February 12‚ 2011 This article includes my thoughts about the business architecture‚ Cloud Computing‚ Business Process Management (BPM)‚ and Business Rules. This article consists of a conversation between the CIO and Enterprise Architect. It is a product of my imagination. ____________________ CIO: I don’t want you to use the word “consolidation.” Instead‚ use the word “integration.” I am worried that someone will think that we are
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Vernacular architecture Ronald Brunskill defined it accurately in saying: “A building designed by an amateur without any training in design; the individual will have been guided by a series of conventions built up in his locality‚ paying little attention to what may be fashionable. The function of the building would be the dominant factor‚ aesthetic considerations‚ though present to some small degree‚ being quite minimal. Local materials would be used as a matter of course‚ other materials being
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Mughal architecture‚ an amalgam of Islamic‚ Persian and Indian architecture‚ is the distinctive style developed by the Mughal Empire in India in the 16th and 17th centuries. All the early Mughal Rulers except Aurangzeb were great bui1ders. With the coming of the Mughals‚ Indian architecture was greatly influenced by Persian styles. The Mughals constructed excellent mausoleums‚ mosques‚ forts‚ gardens and cities. The Mughal buildings show a uniform pattern both in structure and character. The main
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MUGHAL ARCHITECTURE All the early Mughal Rulers except Aurangzeb were great bui1ders. With the coming of the Mughals‚ Indian architecture was greatly influenced by Persian styles. The Mughals constructed excellent mausoleums‚ mosques‚ forts‚ gardens and cities. The Mughal buildings show a uniform pattern both in structure and character. The main characteristic features of Mughal architecture are the bulbous domes‚ the slender minarets with cupolas at the four corners‚ large halls‚ massive vaulted
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Gothic Architecture Gothic Architecture is a very interesting topic that I chose because of its unique style. It was originated in the 12th century France to the 16th century‚ and it was also known as Frankish work. Gothic Architecture came from Romanesque architecture and was succeeded by Renaissance architecture. This style was mostly used by cathedrals builders. This type of architecture is commonly seen in Europe mostly in cathedrals‚ abbeys and churches. It is also common for castles‚ palaces
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